Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Recreational Pot Sales Moratorium Up For Vote In Glen Ellyn
On Monday, officials will vote whether to extend the village's moratorium ordinance on recreational cannabis dispensaries.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
- Downers Grove, IL
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Downers Grove|News|
Speedway Gas Station Robbed At Gunpoint In Downers Grove
Police say a man used a handgun to rob the gas station Tuesday afternoon.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Wheaton Man Charged With 5 Armed Robberies In Aurora: Police
Police say Gregory Garner, 27, may also be linked to recent armed robberies in Downers Grove and Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
3-Car Crash Reported On Butterfield In Downers Grove
Motorists were advised to avoid westbound Butterfield from Highland to Downers Drive.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Motorcycle Stolen From Downers Grove Apartment Complex: Cops
Police say the motorcycle was stolen from an apartment complex in the 400 block of 74th Street.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Charming Wheaton Home Features Fire Pit, Screened-In Porch
Set on a lush patch of land, this stunning Wheaton estate affords the perfect outdoor oasis.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
'Empathetic' Downers Grove Student Earns Yale Bassett Award
Downers Grove South High School student Carly Zubrzycki was honored for her efforts to "make the world a better place," one teacher said.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Mansion Boasts In-Ground Pool, Waterfall, Hot Tub In Naperville
This stunning, resort-inspired property also has an outdoor kitchen and a 200-bottle wine room, just footsteps from the Riverwalk.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Liquor Stolen, Car Burglarized In Downers Grove: Police
Downers Grove's police reports for early June include a retail theft, a car burglary and other incidents.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Lotto Tickets Stolen, Rock Thrown Through Window In Wheaton: Cops
Wheaton's crime blotter for the first week of June includes a retail theft, criminal damage to property and other incidents.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Wheaton, IL|News|
Best Patio Near Wheaton: What’s Your Pick?
Whether you like to dine al fresco or just want to grab a drink outdoors, we want to know your favorite spot in Wheaton.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Best Patio Near Naperville: What’s Your Pick?
Whether you like to dine al fresco or just want to grab a drink outdoors, we want to know your favorite spot in Naperville.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Lisle, IL|News|
Best Patio Near Lisle: What’s Your Pick?
Whether you like to dine al fresco or just want to grab a drink outdoors, we want to know your favorite spot in Lisle.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Best Patio Near Glen Ellyn: What’s Your Pick?
Whether you like to dine al fresco or just want to grab a drink outdoors, we want to know your favorite spot in Glen Ellyn.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Best Patio Near Downers Grove: What’s Your Pick?
Whether you like to dine al fresco or just want to grab a drink outdoors, we want to know your favorite spot in Downers Grove.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Downers Grove|News|
Man With Knife Threatened To Kill Downers Grove Man, Dog: Cops
Police say Angelo Vancheri, 56, of Lemont, was arrested on charges of aggravated assault in connection with the June 1 incident.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Glen Ellyn, IL|News|
Frida Kahlo-Inspired Murals, Menus, More Take Over Glen Ellyn
The village is celebrating the opening of "Frida Kahlo: Timeless" at College of DuPage.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Naperville SoulFest To Feature Black Musicians, Food Trucks, More
See live reggae, rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel and house music at the June 5 event. Food and retail vendors will also be on hand.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Good News, Illinois: Geese Browse For Books, Pet Pig Can Stay Put
We hope these Good News, Illinois, stories add some sunshine to your day!
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
Naperville, IL|News|
Slaying Of Julie Ann Hanson: MN Man, 76, Charged With Murder
Barry Lee Whelpley, 76, of Mounds View, Minnesota, was charged with first-degree murder in the 1972 stabbing death of Julie Ann Hanson, 15.
Lisa Marie Farver, Patch Staff
